Travis County, TX Real Estate News

By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Welcome! This home won’t disappoint with its sensible layout, and soothing neutral pallet throughout. There is so much to discover in the 2 stories with three living areas and spacious 4 bedrooms.                Please plan to come to our Open house Sunday March 26th from 1 - 3pm.  Meet Melissa Stout with Coldwell Banker. She will be happy to tour the home with you and answer any questions you might have!      Living room, kitchen and dining spaces easily blend, creating an inviting space for gatherings with family and friends. Move the overflow to the back deck and lower patio.    Upstairs substantial size, primary bedroom is tucked away for privacy, and opens to a luxurious, updated bath with double vanities with granite counters, under mount sinks, separate seamless glass shower, gra...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).     They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and Endre Barath, Jr. ! We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day.                                 Hope you enjoy these! H...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
It’s been a fabulous 31 years since my owners built this Scott Felder popular “Woodway” plan. The sellers loved living only a block away from the prestigious Canyon Creek Elementary! With 2 small children this was a big draw plus having all the bedrooms up. Trail Head Park is located just around the corner so a real plus for the family.   They’ve taken such good care of me over the years. I’m ready for you to move in and pay attention to me in the style I’ve grown accustomed to. My lovely, majestic trees have been well maintained and fond memories are whispering throughout my desirable, open floor plan and on the stone patio where many memorable gatherings were held.   So much to discover in my 2 stories with three living areas and spacious 4 bedrooms. I’ve been updated on a regular bas...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
This month Patricia Feager and Kathleen Daniels are hosting the March challenge titled  "March to a Solution | ActiveRain March 2023 Challenge"  Patricia and Kathleen are requesting us to share issues encountered during our professional career in Real Estate, which may help others to avoid and hopefully resolve. This is my third entry.Years ago I listed a home for a divorced man who was giddy with his new fiancé. He had been divorced for a while and met a lovely woman in the community. They made the decision her house would work better for them so he was selling his and then would move in with her.A photo shoot was scheduled, brochures were completed and the house listed. I held an open house that was well attended. An agent called me and said she had a buyer interested and wanted to kn...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
February was a crazy month, especially with our ice storm in early February; Our NW Coldwell Banker office crushed it with an incredible 29 agents eligible for the February  Million Dollar Club by listing, writing business or closing sales of 1 million or more! We are adapting to the shift in the market of longer days on market, lower list prices, and increased inventory.  It’s exciting to see everyone's hard work in servicing their clients.     I love working in an office where everyone works together in a culture of awesomeness, celebrating each other's success and encouraging each other to grow. With the changing market we are exchanging information daily/weekly on what we are seeing in different price points and areas of Austin.Knowledge is power and people need information and guid...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Did you know Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated in more countries around the world than any other single-day national festival? American’s love to celebrate even if it’s not a official holiday.             In my office today I had to snap a photo of Will Gray, VP of Mortgage Lending with Guaranteed Rate Affinity. Brian England you're not the only one who can ear a kilt! LOL!! Will's is green for Saint Patrick's day!! Unless you’ve been living under the Blarney Stone you already know that today is Saint Patrick’s Day! From an Irish girl to my friends, Happy St. Paddy’s Day!               May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow.  💚💚☘
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).     They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and Endre Barath, Jr.! We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day. Happy Saint Patrick's Day!! 🍀🍀                          ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Do you have an appraiser you can count on? I have several and am helpful to all of them when they call to ask why I got one price for a house and not another. When they are called to do an appraisal they most likely have not seen the interiors of the comparable sales they are using. Seeing them is different than looking at photos from the MLS. Many call for an explanation of the nuances (it could be the view is outstanding, or the cul-de-sac has incredible homes and a sought after street etc.). Picking my brain helps make their adjustments easier and helps them understand the current market trend.     It’s a give and take; it also helps me because I feel free to call and ask questions and get their opinions. I’ve learned over the years not all appraisers are open and share information. ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
SXSW is in full swing! So many performers, movie premiers, conferences to attend! For 9 days non-stop entertainment in Austin! There are even small house concerts planned and I was fortunate to be invited to go last night to hear Addison Agen who is performing tonight at SXSW!                          She was Season’s 13’s first runner up at age 16 on NBC’s “The Voice,”  where she sang "She Use to be Mine." She is based out of Nashville, TN and is an Indie singer-songwriter. At 21 she has shared the stage with artists such as Bob Seger, Gordon Lightfoot, Liz Longley; “The Winter Jam Tour” and Kevin Bacon’s; “The Bacon Brothers.”She has an incredible heart-wrenching voice and her music is woven together with themes of wistfulness, acceptance, and positivity. I could have listened to her ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
     Buyers felt like they hit the jackpot when viewing see this well-maintained home in Canyon Creek!  Our open house the first week-end, the home came on the market was buzzing with admirers. They all loved the white stone, single story gem with the high ceilings, straight clean lines, and wood flooring. The tree-lined, interior street was a bonus.     Who doesn’t love columns and two step crown molding, a separate office/study/4th bedroom, with the primary bedroom tucked away to the back of the home for ultimate privacy?     The gazebo was a major drawing card! Many sat out there visiting and enjoying the warm sunny day.     Did I mention the home is located only 3-4 blocks from the prestigious Canyon Creek Elementary?With multiple offers in hand my seller had choices. We are firm un...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
It was fun reading the post from Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 on her TOP TEN POSTS in 2022. She posted as an answer to a challenge from Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker ! It got me thinking and I headed over to take a peek at my top posts. It’s fun to look back at posts that brought in traffic and to wonder what sparked the interest! It was a variety of topics.    Take a minute and go back and look at your posts and see what you find. Kathy Streib wrote a post last week on Finding the Old From the New with another take on looking back at our old posts! 
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
You’ll feel like you hit the jackpot when you see this well-maintained home that just hit the market!  This charming Austin white stone, single story gem lives larger with the bonus of high ceilings, straight clean lines, and wood flooring. It’s nestled comfortably on a tree-lined, interior street.             Please plan to come to our Open house Sunday March 12th from 1 - 3pm.  Melissa Stout with Coldwell Banker will be happy to tour the home with you and answer any questions you might have! Who doesn’t love columns and two step crown molding, a separate office/study/4th bedroom, with the primary bedroom tucked away to the back of the home for ultimate privacy?      You’ll love serving up drinks and cooking up a storm for family and friends in the kitchen that opens to the family room...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP  and Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist  are hosting the March challenge in Active Rain entitled: March to a Solution. There are so many war stories all of can tell because we are dealing with people during an emotional time of buying or selling a home. Finding ourselves in the middle of people’s anxiety and stress we often find ourselves acting as therapists! This is my first entry.Several years ago I listed a wonderful home with a pool backing to a green belt. The husband’s company informed him the family would need to relocate to AZ for his job. They were not thrilled because their 2 kids were in HS and one was going to be in their senior year. They accepted their move and flew out to find a home that would take a contingency. They found a...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).         They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and Endre Barath, Jr.! We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day.                                 Hope you enjoy these...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Last week it was fun to grab Handsome Hudson and Beautiful Beckett and have dinner at 5280 Burger Bar. This is a local restaurant in their NW Hills neighborhood and sometimes after flag football or soccer (the fields are really close) they will go there with other families to celebrate a victory or just hang together!        After dinner we walked to the pet store that was right around the corner. The kids love stopping in to see all the little pets.  This is where Hudson got his aquarium and fish. Love these times just hang'n and talking with the grands.  “We didn’t realize we were making memories, we were just having fun.”   A.A. Milne
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
The American flag has stood as a symbol of freedom and justice for over 225 years. Through wars and in times of peace, the sight of the American flag has given notice to foes and assurances to friends that democracy lives. No other symbol captures the power and glory of our nation like the American flag.What is the proper way to address the flag?Those not in uniform, should salute the flag by standing at attention, tall and straight, with the left arm at the side, and placing the right hand over the heart. Men who are wearing a hat should remove the hat with their right hand and hold it over their shoulder so that their right hand is over their heart. Respecting the flag starts at an early age. Beautiful Beckett and Handsome Hudson respect the flag because their parents taught them it’s...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
As we all know Pickleball is all the rage and has swept across the country at lightning speed! Just ask our own Active Rain Ray Henson who won a Pickleball championship match at Pebble Creek.Kristen Weaver, our Coldwell Banker Marketing Communicator Professional, lives in Lakeway, TX and is a big tennis player but also plays Pickleball! She says you have to keep the two straight as they are different and requires different mindsets.  The big news is this month the Carvana  PPA Tour Stop the Austin Showdown, is being held March 16th-19th, 2023 at the Elevation Athletic Club: 1 World of Tennis Square, Austin, TX. The PPA Tour has exclusive contracts with the top professional Pickleball players in the world, including #1 female, Anna Leigh Waters, and #1 male, Ben Johns. Amateur matches wi...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Latest news in Canyon Creek Home Sales for February 2023What you need to know……  How it impacts you……..    In February Austin was hit with an ice storm that impacted all communities in Austin. Our trees were severely damaged with the freezing temperatures and all the ravages of the storm played havoc in our real estate market! Homes I planned on listing and presenting to the market have been put on hold as sellers are busy scheduling landscape and tree companies to clean up their properties! Those businesses are thriving and trying to get them scheduled has been an undertaking. We do know we are seeing continued cooling of our market thus stabilizing home prices. Home buyers are making peace with fluctuating mortgage rates and are calling wanting to see when new properties are coming on...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
It’s hard to believe on the Bluebonnets are sprouting up so early in March. There is no question the warm weather we’re experiencing in Central Texas is leading the Bluebonnets to bloom early this year. But the rains have definitely helped push them to sprout!In March 1901, 6 native species of Bluebonnets became classified as our Texas State flower. Texasproud.com tells the amazing story behind our Texas Bluebonnets.According to Amy Medley, the lead horticulturist at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Bluebonnets pop up even earlier near city centers because of the radiant heat from the concrete, who knew?Medley says it looks like peak bloom in Central Texas will be mid-March this year and last about a month! Usually the first of April we see the big show of blue fields. When the ...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
El Arroyo is an iconic local spot in Austin. They make the best hand-squeezed margaritas and serve Black Angus beef tacos (along with many other Tex- Mex offerings) and have since 1975!A quirky marquee is out front on the corner of West 5th and Campbell. Every day they change their bill board with a new pun (everything imaginable).   They encourage you to submit your pun on their website and of course have permission to post them. It’s one of those “Keep Austin Weird” things that we all in Austin love!They post them on Instagram because everyone loves them. Our own Myrl Jeffcoat follows them as well as Kathy Streib and Endre Barath, Jr.! We all need some laughter or a chuckle each day! It's fun checking out the new pun each day.                                 Hope you enjoy these! Happ...
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